2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
